On-foot rhino experience at Sera Conservancy

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Duration

2 - 3 hours

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

10 people

Languages

English

Overview

Embark on a unique and thrilling adventure at the Sera Rhino Sanctuary, nestled within the Sera Community Conservancy in Kenya’s Samburu region. As the first and only community-managed black rhino sanctuary in East Africa, and the only location in Northern Kenya where visitors can track both black and white rhinos on foot, Sera represents a groundbreaking model of community-led conservation. Established in 2015, the sanctuary marked the return of black rhinos to the area after a 30-year absence caused by poaching, and in 2024, it expanded its conservation efforts by introducing southern white rhinos.

Visitors can experience the thrill of tracking rhinos on foot, guided by skilled Samburu trackers and armed rangers, while exploring the sanctuary’s vast 26,000-acre wilderness—home to the ‘Samburu Special Five’: reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich, and gerenuk. The experience also offers meaningful cultural immersion, with opportunities to engage with the Samburu community and learn about their traditions and vital role in protecting wildlife.

Highlights

Join expert Samburu guides and armed rangers as you track rhinos in their natural habitat using traditional methods.
Discover how local communities are protecting wildlife and earning sustainable livelihoods through tourism.
Spot other iconic species including the reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and the long-necked gerenuk.
Engage with Samburu pastoralists and learn about their deep-rooted relationship with the land and wildlife.

Included/Excluded

A friendly professional guide

Personal expenses
Insurance
Drinks and meals
Pickup and drop-off
Donations towards supporting the organization
Additional Services not mentioned

What to expect

Start with an informative session led by conservancy rangers outlining safety protocols, the sanctuary’s history, and how your visit supports conservation.
Head out with expert guides using traditional tracking methods to follow signs of rhinos. Once a rhino is found, you’ll observe from a safe yet intimate distance—often just meters away—while learning about their behaviors and threats.
Along the walk or during optional game drives, spot species such as Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, and Beisa oryx.
Interact with local villagers or witness the traditional "Singing Wells" where herders sing to their livestock—an experience that connects land, people, and heritage.